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Unit J3 deer,Tehama Wildlife Area Apprentice Buck Hunt

Season Nov 28–Nov 29·Units: J3·15 tags in 2026

Answer card2026 draw · All applicants

15 tags in 2026.

Draw result · 2026
15 tags
Harvest success
67–93%
Range, 2023–2025
Draw results · whole hunt
YearTags
202615

California prints whole-hunt figures, not results by point level.

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What it is
Hunt
Tehama Wildlife Area Apprentice Buck Hunt
Tags
15 (2026)
Season dates, 2026
  • Nov 28–Nov 29

Check the regulations for boundaries and restrictions.

Harvest success, J3
2019–2025
1967%2073%2187%2280%2380%2467%2593%

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Before you apply
Points
“Deer – earn one preference point if you apply for the premium deer tag drawing but are not drawn for your first choice premium tag.”
Tag fee
“Nonresident First-Deer Tag or First-Deer Tag Drawing Application $377.35”

Rules for 2026.

Source: CDFW